#178: Three Meanings of the Italian Word “Gli”

The Italian word “gli” has three main uses, each with different meanings depending on its role in the sentence. In this lesson you’ll get a breakdown of each meaning with examples.

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Two Main Takeaways

  • The main use of “gli” is as a masculine and plural definite article, meaning “the”.
  • The word “gli” can also be used as an indirect object pronoun, “to him” in the masculine singular form, and “to them” in the masculine and feminine plural form.

Links Mentioned and Other Resources

  • CLICK HERE to listen to episode #161: How to Use “Appena”, “Subito”, and “Immediatamente”.
  • CLICK HERE to listen to episode #159: The Difference Between “Città”, “Paese”, and “Villaggio”.
  • CLICK HERE to get the 30 Key Phrases for Your Italian Vacation guide, covering the most important phrases you need to know before going to Italy.

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